5th grade Unit 3 Chapter 2 Vocabulary

What is a bison?

• A small bird found in forests

• A large animal similar to a cow or ox

• A type of fish found in rivers

• A tool used for farming

What is an awl used for?

• Cooking food

• Writing on paper

• Sewing and making holes

• Painting pictures

What is a tribe?

• A group of animals living in the wild

• A group of people who share the same language, customs, beliefs, and leadership

• A type of plant found in the desert

• A collection of books in a library

What is sign language?

• A language that uses written symbols

• A language that uses gestures instead of speech

• A language spoken by animals

• A language used in ancient times

What is a tepee?

• A type of boat used for fishing

• A home made by stretching animal skin around poles in the shape of a cone

• A musical instrument

• A type of clothing worn in winter

What is a calumet?

• A type of drum used in ceremonies

• A pipe smoked ceremonially to signal a peace agreement

• A tool used for hunting

• A type of food made from corn

What is animism?

• The belief in one god

• The belief that objects, places, and creatures all possess a specific spiritual essence

• The practice of farming

• The study of ancient civilizations

What is a shaman?

• A person who builds houses

• A religious leader who can talk to spirits

• A type of bird found in the mountains

• A tool used for fishing

What is a sweat lodge used for?

• Cooking food

• Pouring water over hot rocks to make steam

• Storing tools

• Sleeping at night

What is a war bonnet?

• A type of shoe worn by warriors

• An article worn on the head and decorated with eagle feathers

• A type of shield used in battle

• A musical instrument played during war